Fitness & Health
As a first responder, it’s easy to get disconnected from home and family; make your home a sanctuary and be present for your loved ones
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Elderly inmates pose some special challenges in corrections, including safety issues as well as the physical and mental problems associated with age
From triathlons to parkour and beyond, these extreme sports align ever so nicely with first responder functional fitness workouts
K-9 Pasky will be on shift at three facilities, including the Lawrence Correctional Alternative Center, with his partner, Correctional Officer Christian Guzman
A top-tier athlete breathwork coach shares exercises to reset your mindset on and off shift
The interactive course is designed for adult family members of seasoned correctional employees and family members of new staff
Being a good listener is often more valuable than offering solutions
Our control is mostly limited to our thoughts, attitudes, actions and decisions about what steps to take next
A simple approach to selecting healthy snacks involves thinking in terms of “good, better and best”
Simple gestures, like checking in after difficult calls or noticing changes in behavior, can make a significant difference
These five strategies are designed to help you overcome exhaustion and maintain momentum toward your fitness goals
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